Week 11 social studies what was the French and Indian war

The French and Indian War was the North American conflict in a larger imperial war between Great Britain and France known as the Seven Years' War.  British colonial forces, led by Lieutenant Colonel George Washington, attempted to expel the French in 1754, but were outnumbered and defeated by the French.

Explanation:

The French and Indian War, which took place between 1754-1763, began due to a conflict between England and France over control of the Ohio River Valley. Both sides wanted the valley so they could expand their settlements into the area.